Mother's Day is Sunday, May 8th. Here are some gift ideas for the special mom in your life. Hope in Handfuls My friend Nicole has an Etsy business called Hope in Handfuls where she sells the cutest handmade items for weddings, home, birthdays, and event decor. She is selling the cutest birth flower signs for Mother's Day and it makes the perfect gift for any mom or grandparent. You can choose the birth flowers of those you love to display on this beautiful wooden framed sign. Frames are available in various sizes and the flowers are made of 1/8 acrylic material. Some other cute gift ideas in ..read more

Spring is finally here and now that the weather is getting warmer, I'm looking for fun things to do with the kids. Here are ten ideas! 1. CoComelon Live in Boston CoComelon Live! JJ’s Journey, is coming to Boston on Saturday, March 26th at the Wang Theatre for 2 showings (11:00am and 3:00pm). With all the favorite characters and over 20 songs, including new original music, it's such a fun activity for toddlers who love CoComelon. This is the only stop on the New England tour so you don't want to miss out! Click here to buy tickets. 2. Providence Children's Museum We recently took the kids to ..read more

Hi friends! We just got back from our trip to Disney and I am here to tell you that yes traveling to Disney with toddlers is a bit hectic and not really a relaxing vacation but yes it's the most amazing time and you'll create memories you'll look back on forever. I was 7 the first time my family took my brother and I to Disney and I have been back almost every year after until college. Matt and I went a couple times together and then went on our honeymoon. I have been dreaming of taking my own kids to Disney for as long as I can remember! I kept seeing pics on Instagram of friends or bloggers ..read more

I can't believe in just a few short weeks Ryder will be getting ready to start his first day of full time preschool. Teddy is also starting at a new school so there are lots of transitions going on in our house. To get ready for the back to school craziness, we just received two pairs of fresh kicks from our favorite online shoe company, Jenzy. For both Ryder and Teddy we chose New Balance Hook & Loop Sneaker and they're awesome! As always, shopping with Jenzy is an easy and fun shopping experience. Here's how it works - download the Jenzy app or shop from their website, fill out a quick ..read more

I love to support local Rhode Island businesses and spread the word as much as possible. After what this past year looked like, it’s so important to consider local businesses for any purchase, whether it’s a bakery or a moving company. I’ve rounded up some local Rhode Island businesses to highlight that are all in high demand as we kick off the summer season. Wicked Tulips If you haven't heard about New England's largest U-pick tulip farm, you NEED to check out Wicked Tulips and do it fast! Located in Exeter, RI and Preston, CT, their fields feature thousands of colorful tulips that you get to ..read more

Mother's Day is Sunday, May 9th, aka right around the corner! I've rounded up some gift ideas at all different price points if you still need to get something for a very deserving mom! Clara Sunwoo Liquid Leather Jacket You know when you see someone wearing something and it totally catches your eye so much that you have to say something? Well that's how I felt when I first saw my bff's mom wearing the Clara Sunwoo Liquid Leather Jacket. I received one as a very special birthday gift and let me tell you, it's amazing! It's buttery soft and uniquely designed in a knit fabric that is wrinkle free ..read more

Now that Ryder is nearing 3 and Teddy is almost 1, I was recently thinking of all the baby items we have loved and couldn't live without as well as the items we didn't really end up using. Here are our top picks for registry must-haves! Sleeping Newborn swaddles - Love SwaddleMe and Love to Dream! Baby Monitor - Infant Optics Noise machine - Hatch Baby Rest and Marpac Hush Portable Lounger - Snuggle Me Organic Bassinet - Baby Delight Beside Me and Baby Delight Go With Me Diapering Have always used Amazon Brand Mama Bear for diapers and wipes! Portable Changing Pad - Lil Fox Changing Pad Butt ..read more

When I found out I was pregnant with Teddy, I remember doing the math and counting how far apart our kids would be...19 months! Ahh! Fast forward to February and I ended up having Teddy two weeks early on February 16th, making him and Ryder 18 months and a day apart. It's been a wild ride and honestly such a blur in those first few months. Trying to care for a newborn and a very active toddler who couldn't quite talk yet, all while in the midst of a pandemic that started a few weeks after we got home- let's just say it's been the most amazing experience but also chaotic and overwhelming at ti ..read more

Need a last minute gift but also want to shop local? I've rounded up some awesome New England based small businesses for you and there's still time to order for the holidays! The Local Rhody The Local Rhody is a lifestyle brand that was created for anyone who has a love for Rhode Island. Whether you're buying for someone who lives in Rhode Island full time, visits throughout the year, or has moved but still has a love for Little Rhody, The Local Rhody offers a variety of gifts from koozies to blankets. Check out this adorable mug below (anyone recognize that lighthouse? Think Goat Island!) as ..read more

If you're looking for a quant little New England village without traveling far this holiday season, I highly recommend checking out Wickford Village in North Kingstown. Established in 1709, it has an adorable Main Street right on the water with a few restaurants and unique boutiques. My mom and I have made this our favorite meeting place this fall and it's been nice to walk around the adjoining streets to see the historic homes and churches, the beautiful water views, and of course to support some local businesses. Now more than ever in these difficult times, it's so important to shop local if ..read more